DDoS (or Distributed Denial of Service) attacks are among the most common types of cyberattacks used on the internet today. They can be employed by a nation state against an enemy, or by a single hacker, employing an army of bots and hijacked devices.
So what is a DDoS attack? And more importantly, how can you protect yourself against being the target of one? In the event you are targeted, are you prepare to weather the storm, and do you have the resources in place to neutralize your attackers?
To answer those questions, you’re going to need to have a basic understanding of what a DDoS attack is, and the kinds of disruption and chaos they are capable of. Fortunately, this week’s episode will help you do just that, so check it out:
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